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H. Betty Feath, 95, of Martinsburg and currently a resident of Homewood at Martinsburg passed away Saturday morning, April 8, 2023, at the home. She was born June 23, 1927, in Martinsburg, daughter of the late Eldie L. and Harriet (Mock) Smith. On July 22, 1950, she married Charles J. Feath in Winchester, VA. He preceded her in death Jan. 23, 2015, following 64 years of marriage. She is survived by two daughters: Joyce A. Holsinger (Tom) and Lisa A. Steward (Jeff) both of Roaring Spring; a son,...
Doris J. Replogle, 91, of Mint Hill, North Carolina, formerly of Woodbury, passed away April 7, 2023, at home. She was born March 21, 1932, in Woodbury; daughter of the late D. Walter and E. Verna (Imler) Pressel. Doris was a class of 1950 graduate of Woodbury High School and member of the Woodbury Church of the Brethren. She worked as a dietitian for 42 years at Homewood in Martinsburg, which was always a pleasure. Doris enjoyed traveling, getting glammed up and going out, and playing with her...
Paul H. Stern, 102, of Martinsburg went to join his Lord and Savior, Tuesday morning, March 21, 2023, at his home. He was born Dec. 17, 1920, in Martinsburg, son of the late Edgar K. and Eva V. (Stoner) Stern. On Nov. 23, 1946, he married Betty F. Heltzel in Cumberland, MD. She preceded him in death April 19, 2022, following 75 years of marriage. He is survived by a daughter, Donna J. Bolesta (Ron) of Downingtown; two sons: Gary L. Stern (Anne) and Eddie J. Stern (Lori) both of Martinsburg; 17...
Betty L. Smith, 91, of Martinsburg, formerly of Woodbury, passed away March 24, 2023, at UPMC Altoona Hospital. She was born May 2, 1931, in Bakers Summit; daughter of the late George H. and Annie (Hoover) Sell. On May 10, 1953, in Roaring Spring, she was united in marriage to Charles L. Smith; together they spent 69 years. She is survived by her husband, Charles L. Smith; children: Cheryl Pote (Joel), Kenneth L. Smith (Karen), Sharon Friedenberger (Max), and John H. Smith (girlfriend, April)...
Arlene Summers, 81, a resident of Carrington Place at Botetourt Commons, Daleville, VA, formerly of East Freedom, went home to be with the Lord Tuesday March 21, 2023, at the home. She was born Feb. 7, 1942, in East Freedom, daughter of the late Roy and Mildred (Hollopeter) Eckard. She married Ralph G. Summers July 30, 1960, in Oakland, MD. He preceded her in death March 24, 2021. She is survived by a daughter Tammy Donivan of Roanoke, VA, three sons: Ralph H. (Lena) of Huntington, Stephen (Nicole) of the Netherlands, and Jonathan (Kiera) of...
Betty Louise Clapper, 94, formerly of Texas Corner Rd, New Enterprise, and Jacks Corner Rd, Hopewell, entered into the heavenly realm on March 17, 2023. Blessed to live unassisted through her 93rd year, Betty relocated to Locust Grove, Virginia to live out her remaining days with son and daughter-in-law Barry and Risa. Betty was born in Loysburg, on Dec. 5, 1928. She was the last remaining child of Howard K. Beach and Iva (Grubb) Beach. Her siblings were Glen Beach, Kenneth Beach, M. Ruth Dyer...
Kathryn Jane Hinish, also known as FlowerWitch, 31, originally of Reedsville, passed away on March 16, 2023, in New York City after a brief illness. Kate was the daughter of father Joseph Hinish and stepmother Tracy Hinish and mother Ellie Sievers and stepfather Mark Sievers. In addition to her parents Kate is survived by her maternal grandmother Patricia McKnight, sister Carly Vance (Dave) and nephew Jackson, step siblings Kaylee Keller and Chad Sievers. Kate was preceded in death by grandparen...
Robin Elaine Morgan, 64, of rural Williamsburg and formerly of Southern California, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, Tuesday, March 14, 2023, at UPMC Altoona surrounded by her family. She was born Oct. 23, 1958, in Roaring Spring, daughter of John D. and Ruth E. (Longenecker) Morgan. She is survived by her mother, Ruth of rural Williamsburg; five brothers: John Allen Morgan (Beth) of Williamsburg, Richard Morgan of Jersey Shore, Stephen Morgan of Williamsburg, Rodney...
Nancy J. Holsinger, 76, of rural Roaring Spring, went home to be with her Lord, Tuesday afternoon, March 14, 2023, at UPMC Altoona. She was born Dec. 11, 1946, in Roaring Spring, daughter of the late Howard H. Sr. and Helen (Osman) Johnson. On July 3, 1965 she married Robert B. Holsinger in East Sharpsburg. She is survived by her beloved husband, Bob of 57 years; two daughters: Bobby Jo Rodgers (Michael) of Roaring Spring and Pam S. Hammel (Roger) of Hollidaysburg; a son, Rodger D. Holsinger...
Gerald H. Hess, 88, of Martinsburg, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2022. He was born in Elizabethtown, son of the late Paul and Parthene (Hauenstein) Hess. Surviving are two daughters: Tracy Brenner (Bill) and Tressa Cousar (Bill); four grandchildren: Lauren, Morgan, Rachel, and William; four great grandchildren; two sisters: Marian Grub and Betty Ruhl; and a special friend, Elaine Buchart. He was preceded in death by a brother, Paul Hess. Gerald earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Animal Husbandry from Penn State. He was Vice President of...
Fred T. Shoenfelt, Jr., 83, of Roaring Spring was escorted by angels to heaven March 4, 2023, to be with the Lord after a battle with diabetes, in the care of his daughter Janell, with whom he resided, with lots of tender loving care. He was born Dec. 28, 1939, in Roaring Spring the son of the late Fred T. “Chock” Shoenfelt, Sr. and Verna Irene “Bun” (Glass) Shoenfelt. He was twice married, first to, Janet Kauffman and then to, Doris Phillips. He is survived by five children: Craig Shoenfe...
Karol Deanna Kennedy, 78, of Roaring Spring, passed away Tuesday morning March 7, 2023, at the Village at Morrisons Cove. She was born Nov. 30, 1944, in Roaring Spring, the daughter of the late Ross and Mary (Stoner) Hoover. She married David Ray Kennedy Dec. 11, 1964, in the Holsinger Church of the Brethren and he died March 1, 1992. Karol is survived by six brothers: Gene (Lydia), Gary (Caroline), Glenn (Debbie), Dale (Polly), Max (Denise), and Myron (Karen) Hoover, all of Roaring Spring; and...
Christina M. Hammel, 66, of Claysburg, died Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center, Johnstown. She was born July 25, 1956, in Roaring Spring, the daughter of George and Dorothy (Hammel) Stine. She is survived by three children: Jason Frederick and wife Kara of Altoona, Alicia Burket and husband Travis of Roaring Spring and Melony Butler of Roaring Spring; seven grandchildren: Blake, Tre, Trenton, Kendall, Carson, Mason, and Aria; and a great grandson, Hudson. She is also...
Ethel Marie Burket, 97, of Roaring Spring, died unexpectedly Saturday, March 11, 2023, at home. She was born March 3, 1926, in Roaring Spring the daughter of the late Harry E. and Esther (Pote) Keith. She married Wilbert D. “Minnie” Burket March 8, 1947, and he died April 1, 2008. She is survived by two children: Gerald E. Burket and wife Judy of Saxton and Linda B. Kichman and husband William of Hopewell; four grandchildren: Jeffrey Burket, Jamie Villa (Mike), Jarrad Burket (Cary), and Patrick Kichman (Chris); 10 great-grandchildren: Michaela,...
D. Bradley Krehl, DVM, 68, of rural Martinsburg was welcomed into Heaven on Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at UPMC Shadyside, Pittsburgh. He was born Sept. 9, 1954 in Corunna, IN, son of the late Eugene Walter and Barbara Jean (Smith) Krehl. On May 19, 1979, he married Kendel J. Krueckeberg in Decatur, Indiana. He is survived by his beloved wife, Kendel of 43 years; three children: Elliot E. Krehl (Lynnae) of Roaring Spring, Kyle J. Stern (Scott) of Martinsburg and Noah B. Krehl (Abby) of Gibsonia; s...
Violet M. “Vi” Dennis, 89, of Roaring Spring, died Friday morning, March 10, 2023, at The Village at Morrisons Cove after an extended illness. She was born in Central City the daughter of the late Albert and Dorothy Jean (Raymond) Custer. She married Kenneth F. Dennis Oct. 3, 1954, and he died Dec. 29, 2014. She is survived by two sons, Gary L. Dennis and wife Debra of Roaring Spring and John W. Dennis and wife Heidie of Martinsburg; a daughter-in-law, Pam Dennis of Roaring Spring; seven grandchildren: Brady (Maria), Wade (Jennie), Janelle (Mi...
Jeanne Marie Bolger, 95, a current guest at Homewood and lifelong resident of Martinsburg, went home to be with her Lord peacefully Monday evening, March 13, 2023, at her apartment at Homewood. She was born in Roaring Spring, daughter of the late Kenton R. and Miriam P. (Rearick) Miller. On December 24, 1949 she married John C. “Jack” Bolger in Martinsburg. Jack preceded her in death on June 15, 1996, following 46 years of marriage. Surviving are four children: Jackalyn M. Bolger (Randy Goc...
Carol M. Franklin, 78, of Woodbury, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones and listening to oldies on March 11, 2023 at the Village at Morrisons Cove. She was born on August 19, 1944 in East Providence Township, Bedford County; daughter of the late Kenneth M. and Margaret A. (Fink) Miller. On December 9, 1968 in Cumberland, Maryland, she was united in marriage to Charles V. Franklin; he preceded her in death on November 1, 2013. Carol was a graduate of Northern Bedford High School and Brethren in Christ in faith. She enjoyed fishing, g...
Edward P. “Eddie” Rock, 64, of Martinsburg, passed away early Wednesday morning, March 1, 2023, at The Village at Morrisons Cove, Martinsburg. He was born Jan. 21, 1959, in Roaring Spring, son of Elizabeth A. (Rice) Rock and the late Daniel Merle Rock Sr. He is survived by his loving mother, Elizabeth of Martinsburg; a sister, Cathy S. Cox (Richard); and a brother, Daniel M. Rock Jr. (Roberta) both of Claysburg; also surviving are; five nieces and nephews; 17 great-nieces and nephews; and two...
Marjorie H. Davis, 92, of Martinsburg passed away at home on March 1, 2023, following a brief illness. Marjorie was born Dec. 31, 1930, in Tyrone, the daughter of Walter and Sue Houck. Walter and Sue moved their family to Martinsburg when Marjorie was young, and Martinsburg became her hometown. She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Lucille Bryant. She is survived by her husband of sixty-nine years, William F. (Fip) Davis, two sons, Wes (Brenda) of Hummelstown, and Bill (Lisa)...
Jeryl W. Gates, 75, of Woodbury, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2023. He was born Feb. 23, 1947, in Roaring Spring, son of the late Willard and Mildred (Sollenberger) Gates.He married Rosalyn Hoover of Martinsburg June 7, 1969. Jeryl is survived by his wife of 53 years; a son, Christopher and his wife, Dawn; a son, Matthew and his wife, Laura; and grandchildren: Alexis, Cayden, Jared, Megan, along with his sister: Diane Hiestand. Jeryl loved nature, enjoying the outside, hunting, and fishing. We will never forget his smile. A private graveside...
John M. “JM” Thompson, 85, of Roaring Spring, died peacefully at home Friday morning, Feb. 24, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. He was born Jan. 19, 1938, in Roaring Spring, son of the late Lester and Sarah (Dick) Thompson. He married Ruth L. Mock April 18, 1959, in Winchester, Va., and she died March 31, 2016. JM is survived by three children: Randy Thompson and his wife, Brenda, of Roaring Spring; Tina Ross and her husband, Alan, of Saxton; and Raymond Thompson and his wife, Bernie, of D...
Daniel Lee Hershberger, 60, passed away peacefully Feb. 14, 2023, at UPMC Shadyside with his family at his side after a long battle with cancer. Dan was the last of four children born to Rex W. Hershberger and Dorothy Lehman Hershberger on Feb. 24, 1962. He married his high school sweetheart, Mary M. Querry, Oct. 12, 1985, and they made their home in Martinsburg. Dan graduated from Penn State University with a degree in civil engineering and worked as a project engineer at Appvion for over thirt...
Ronald G. Leidy, 86, of Williamsburg, passed away Tuesday morning, Feb. 21, 2023, at Conemaugh Nason Medical Center, Roaring Spring. He was born March 11, 1936, in Martinsburg, son of the late Glenn S. and Ruth Arlene (Teeter) Leidy. He married Janet Arlene Loose Nov. 25, 1958, at Zion Lutheran Church, Williamsburg. She preceded him in death May 2, 2021 after 63 years of marriage. He is survived by four children: Lawr B. Leidy of Huntingdon, Mary Lois Phelps (Chuck) of Williamsburg, Virginia G....
Kirk Kellon, 69, of New Enterprise, passed away Feb. 21, 2023, at UPMC Altoona Hospital. He was born on Nov. 15, 1953, in Coatesville, Pennsylvania; son of the late Robert and Marianne (Wright) Kellon. On April 28, 1990, in Warfordsburg, he was united in marriage to Julie (Guyer) Kellon, who survives. He is survived by his wife, Julie Kellon; son, Frank Arnold (Kristy); daughter, Melissa Arnold; daughter, Hollie Arnold-Brubaker (Tony); grandsons, Anthony and Ian Arnold; brothers, Alan and Andy...
Carol Dawn Detwiler, 86, of New Enterprise, passed away Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023, at Homewood Martinsburg Health Care Center, where she had been due to a cancer diagnosis. Carol Dawn loved her family and was a beloved friend to many, including high school classmates, nursing school friends, neighbors, and her church family. Now in her permanent home, she is in perfect health and feels only joy and happiness, praising her Lord. Carol Dawn was born in Waterside, Aug. 1, 1936, a daughter of the...
Robert W. Lape Jr., 66, of Roaring Spring, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, Feb. 2, 2023, at Homewood at Martinsburg after an extended illness. He was born Feb. 7, 1956, in Somerset, the son of Robert W. Lape Sr. and the late Ruth L. (Walker) Lape. He is survived by his father, of Roaring Spring; three children: Robert W. Lape III and his wife, Kristi; Amy Cooper and her husband, Chris; and Emily Tyler and her husband, Joe, all of Roaring Spring; six...
Lois G. Ritchey, 89, a resident of Maybrook Hills, formerly of Roaring Spring, passed away Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023, at the home. She was born May 15, 1933, at home in Blair Township, daughter of the late Sheldon E. and Gladys M. (Baker) Hite. She is survived by her children: Fred Ritchey (Becky) of Williamsburg, Tim Ritchey (Lois) of Roaring Spring, Jeff Ritchey (Winnie) of Blue Knob, Kevin Ritchey (Theresa) of East Freedom, and Debbie Lutz of Hollidaysburg; 10 grandchildren; 11...
Judy L. Woomer, 80, of McKee, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, Feb. 5, 2023. She was born Dec. 5, 1942, in East Freedom, daughter of the late Frank and Violet (Reffner) Yingling. She married Guy E. Woomer April 8, 1960. He preceded her in death Nov. 1, 2013. Judy is survived by two daughters, Tammy Croft-Hoover and husband, Craig, and Mandy Drysdale (Albert); Karen Smith, whom she loved as a daughter; and a special niece, Deb Showalter; four grandchildren: Corey Croft; Jamie Mountain...
Todd Ross Slick, 28, of Roaring Spring, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2023, after a courageous battle with Graves Disease. He was born Oct. 25, 1994, in Altoona. He is survived by his mother, Melissa K. Slick, of Roaring Spring; his father and stepmother, Harry T. Slick and Chrissy Feather of Bedford; a sister, Kara Bennett and her husband, Eddie, of Roaring Spring; two brothers, Austin and Zach; his son, Thaddeus Slick, of Roaring Spring; a niece, Kenly Bennett; a nephew,...
Marian Louise Biddle, 86, of Roaring Spring, went home to be with her Lord and Savior early Tuesday morning Feb. 14, 2023. She was born Dec. 3, 1936, in Roaring Spring, daughter of the late Harry W. and Goldie (Sipe) Carper. She lived her entire life at the Carper Homestead Farm. She married Gene A. Biddle Sept. 22, 1956, and celebrated 46 years of marriage before his death in 2013. She is survived by three children: Cindy Steele (Philip) of Newburg, Duane Biddle (Linda) and Teri Biddle, both of Roaring Spring; four grandchildren: Dustin...
Dolores M. Krider, 87, a resident at Homewood at Martinsburg, went home to be with the Lord Tuesday evening Feb. 14, 2023, at the home after an extended illness. She was born Jan. 27, 1936, in Saxton, daughter of the late Clyde and Hazel (Norris) Willison. She married Jack A. Krider on Dec. 24, 1953. She is survived by her husband; three children: Jack A. Krider Jr. and his wife, Renee, of Martinsburg; Douglas A. Krider and his wife, Cheryl, of Conneaut Lake, and Amy L. Johnson and her husband,...
Dennis G. Hamilton, 75, of Roaring Spring, died unexpectedly Monday morning, Feb. 20, 2023, at home. He was born Aug. 26, 1947, in Roaring Spring, son of the late Joseph and Delores (Dodson) Hamilton. He married Winifred M. Dodson Aug. 24, 1968. He is survived by his wife; two sons, Steven L. Hamilton and his fiancée, Jennifer Feathers, of Altoona and Corey J. Hamilton and his wife, Lori, of Lititz; three grandchildren: Casey S. Hamilton and his wife, Amanda; Michael C. Hamilton; and Jadeyn E....
Junior Clifford Snyder was born March 28, 1928, to the late Clifford E. Snyder and Vanetta (Hughes) Snyder in Hopewell. He is survived by his daughters: Yvonne (Snyder) Abela and Vickie (Snyder) Coon married to Kim Coon; grandchildren Lorie (Bowers) Kramer married to Tim Kramer; Brian Abela married to Yvonne; Jason Abela married to Sam Steward; great-grandchildren Zachary Kramer, Amber Abela and Trevor Abela. Also surviving is one sibling, Tom Snyder, currently of Hopewell. Junior was predecease...
Judith “Judy” A. Hazlett, 81, of Townville, returned home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ Feb. 18, 2023. Born the seventh child of eight on July 27, 1941, in Altoona, she was the daughter of the late William and Violet (Williams) Imler. On March 7, 1959, she married the love of her life, John “Jack” Hazlett. Working with other family members, they ran Hazlett Tree Service where she was the secretary and bookkeeper for many years. Jack preceded her in death Jan. 19, 2015. Judy lo...
Miriam E. Over, 88, of Williamsburg, went home to be with her Lord, Monday morning, Feb. 13, 2023, at her home. She was born Jan. 4, 1935, in rural Williamsburg, daughter of the late Shannon Henry and Blanche Elizabeth (Stern) Oldham. Miriam was married to Maynard A. Over, who preceded her in death Nov. 16, 2013. She is survived by three sons: William A. Over of Huntingdon, Chester L. Over (Mary) and Ronald S. Over (Mary Ann); a daughter-in-law, Cathy D. Over, all of Williamsburg; five...
Robert Steven Huffman, 85, of Roaring Spring, formerly of LaPlata, MD, passed away Feb. 14, 2023, at UPMC Altoona Hospital. He was born April 24, 1937 in Washington, DC; son of the late Raleigh and Reta (Johnson) Huffman. On Nov. 2, 1963, at the Bowie United Methodist Church, he was united in marriage to Nancy Carole (Hall) Huffman. He is survived by his wife, Nancy Carole (Hall) Huffman; sister, Veda of Crofton, MD; as well as a large extended family. Robert was preceded in death by a brother,...
John L. Steele, 84, of New Enterprise, passed away Feb. 17, 2023, at Select Specialty Hospital in Johnstown. He was born Sept. 22, 1938, in New Enterprise; son of the late G. Leon and Mary (Reininger) Steele. On Dec. 12, 1964, in Everett, he was united in marriage to Shirley A. (Deshong) Steele, who survives. He is survived by his wife, Shirley; and sisters, Anna Weaver (Dale), Kathryn Pritchett (Don Knarr), Marjorie Helsel (Paul), and Mary Jane Slagenweit (Fred). John was a graduate of Replogle High School and served his country as a member...
James “Jimmy” M. Seiler Sr., 82, of Roaring Spring, passed away Sunday, Feb 5, 2023. He was born Nov. 13, 1940, in Roaring Spring, son of the late Martin and Gladys (Raible) Seiler. He married Sandra Dick Sept. 7, 1974. He is survived by his wife of 48 years; a daughter, Tammy; a son, James M. Jr. and wife, Melissa; two sisters: Ruth Theys and Carol Beigle; a brother, Mike; and his cat, Jingles. Jimmy loved being outside, riding bicycles, mowing grass, and cutting trees. Friends will be rec...
Robert Leon Guyer “Bob” of Woodbury was “touched by the finger of God and slept” on Feb 6, 2023. For 94 years he danced and played hard until his heart finally gave way shortly before his departure. Even in his final hours he laughed, joked and could still deliver a tight-grip, “electrician handshake” that he will always be remembered for (especially by all those who were on the receiving end-ouch). On May 18, 1928, “Bobby” was born to Wineland and Dorothy (Kagarise) Guyer and was the firstbo...
Lisa A. Fleegle, 61, of Mercersburg, passed away Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023, at Fulton County Medical Center, McConnellsburg. Lisa was born March 20, 1961, in McConnellsburg, the daughter of Glen H. Palmer, of Warfordsburg, and the late Beryl M. (Waltz) Palmer who passed away June 26, 2021. She was the wife of Robert “Bob” Fleegle whom she married May 20, 1996. She attended the Hancock Presbyterian Church, was a lifetime member of the Needmore Volunteer Fire Company and worked at Washington Cou...
Jacqueline Ann RoBear Bice, 76, passed from us Jan. 30, 2023, suffering from hemorrhagic stroke. She was born in Pittsburgh July 17, 1946. Jackie graduated from St. John the Baptist High School in Pittsburgh in 1964. She later attended Allegheny County Community College. On September 3 of 1983 she married Charles Bice in Faith United Church of Christ in State College. Jackie is survived and beloved by her husband Charles, her daughter Adrienne Anderson (Matt) of Sarver, her son James Metsger...
Melvin Litzenberger, 87, of East Freedom went home to be with the Lord on Feb. 1, 2023. He married Thelma Corle in 1961. She preceded him in death. On Dec. 18, 1999, he married Dure Walk. He is survived by his loving wife, two sons: Daniel (Lisa), Roaring Spring, Ronald (Stephanie), Claysburg, and a step-son Kevin (Rebecca), Altoona. He also had grand-children and great-grandchildren. After retiring from the state, he enjoyed hunting and fishing and playing his guitar. At his request, there will be no public service....
Harry F. Felton, 79, of Martinsburg, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 26, 2023, at home with his family by his side after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. He was a loving and devoted son, brother, husband, father, and friend. He was born Nov. 12, 1943, in Breezewood, a son of the late Foster W. and Maxine W. (Fletcher) Felton. He was united in marriage to Linda (Whisel) Felton Aug. 21, 1965. Along with his wife of 57 years, Harry is survived by his son Derek (Julie) Felton and grandson...
Sandra “Sandy” L. (Creighton) Detwiler 78, of rural Martinsburg, was called home to be with the Lord Jan. 29, 2023. She was a resident in the memory care unit of Magnolia Place at Summer Village in Auburn, Alabama. She was born Nov. 25, 1944, in Altoona. She was the daughter of the late Frank and Madeline (Claycomb) Creighton. She is survived by two siblings: Robert Creighton of Arkansas and Barbara (Jerry) McCormick of Duncansville. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Jesse “So...
Patricia Ann “Patty” Mountain, 85, of East Freedom, went to meet her loving husband, on Saturday, Jan. 28, 2022, at the Presbyterian Home. Hollidaysburg. She was born Nov. 16, 1937, in Claysburg, daughter of the late Edward B. and Margaret P. (Bartholow) Lewis. On Aug. 1, 1952, in East Freedom, she married Sheldon L. Mountain and he preceded her in death July 31, 2015. She is survived by a son Alan L. Mountain (Nancy) and a daughter Joyce A. Kumpf both of Imler, grandchildren: Gregory A. Mountain (Lindsey Reynard) of Reedsville, Glenn E. Mou...
Leon I. Pepple, 68, of Punxsutawney (formerly of Woodbury), passed away after a brief battle with cancer on Wednesday, Jan. 18 just after 10:00 p.m. at the Village at Morrisons Cove in Martinsburg. He was born Jan. 13, 1955, in Altoona; the oldest child of Audrey (Showalter) Pepple and the late Roy Pepple. He is survived by his wife, Amy (Groff) Pepple, of Punxsutawney; mother, Audrey Pepple, of Duncansville; son, Andrew (husband of Jamie) Pepple of New Enterprise; brother Roger (husband of Nata...
D. Max Bechtel, 89, died peacefully on Jan. 2, 2023, at The Welsh Home of Rocky River, Ohio. Max was the loving husband of Jane Ann Bechtel (deceased), whom he married Sept. 2, 1961, and the beloved father of Suzanne and Sharon Bechtel. He was born Jan. 21,1933, in Roaring Spring, to the late James R. Bechtel and Florence (Yingling) Bechtel. He is survived by two sisters: Mary Lee Green of Roaring Spring and Margaret (Peggy) Querry of Martinsburg, and two brothers: Ronald G. of Chantilly, VA;...
Patricia K. (Morrison) Mountain, 74, of Roaring Spring, passed away Sunday, Jan 15, 2023. She was born Jan 29, 1948, in New Enterprise, daughter of the late Sherman and Katherine (Wyles) Morrison. She is survived by three sons: Todd, Shawn and wife, Lisa, and Dwayne and wife, Jamie; nine grandchildren; a great grandson; a sister, Pamela Allison; and her life-long companion, David Mountain. She was preceded in death by a brother, Edward. Patricia was a member of Holsinger Church of the Brethren....
Margaret J. “Peg” Russell, 86, of Martinsburg, passed away Thursday morning, Jan. 12, 2023, at Homewood at Martinsburg. She was born Nov. 14, 1936, in Altoona, daughter of the late Blair Edgar and Margery J. (Keller) Wilt. On June 9, 1956, she married Clyde E. Russell at the Foot of Ten Bible Church in Duncansville. He preceded her in death April 21, 2006, following 49 years of marriage. She is survived by a son, Scott E. Russell (Connie) of Duncansville; two daughters: Bonnie L. Diehl (Cr...
